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28 November 2016
A prescription for optimal aging
With mounting evidence indicating the significant benefits of exercise and nutrition for optimal aging, these considerations are becoming doctors' orders.Full story -
19 November 2016
Flex your muscles!
Is muscle loss an unavoidable part of getting older? Find out how exercise can help with frailty and functional decline. Flex those muscles and stay active!Full story -
11 November 2016
Digital Health Week
Inspired by Digital Health Week, we've compiled the top resources from the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal about information health technology.Full story -
4 November 2016
November is Fall Prevention Month
Falls are a serious issue for older adults. Read our evidence-based resources about falls prevention.Full story -
28 October 2016
Dementia care
High quality, evidence-based information can certainly help us better understand how to support those with dementia as well as their caregivers. Read our top resources on the topic of dementia.Full story -
21 October 2016
Flu season ahead
Older adults are at higher risk of complications from the influenza virus. It is widely accepted that vaccination is the most important strategy to prevent influenza. Find out what the evidence says.Full story -
14 October 2016
Think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We've rated the quality of various online breast cancer resources for research evidence, transparency and usability. Find out more.Full story -
8 October 2016
Thanksgiving: Food for thought
Many older adults are at risk of poor nutrition, but there’s an overwhelming amount of diet and nutrition advice out there. It’s hard to decipher which food choices are best. Read our featured resources for evidence-based information.Full story -
30 September 2016
National Seniors Day
October 1st is National Seniors Day. It's important to consider how to support the health and well-being of our aging population. Find out what the evidence says about common aging health conditions.Full story -
26 September 2016
Love your heart
September 29th is World Heart Day. It’s the perfect time to consider your risk factors and the key prevention steps you can take to maintain a healthy heart.Full story -
9 September 2016
Are you lonely?
Find out what the research says about the health risks of loneliness and social isolation among older adults.Full story -
3 September 2016
Arthritis: a pain in the…
September is Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada. Arthritis is a debilitating chronic condition that has many implications for Canada’s aging population, including mobility limitations and increased risk of falls. We’ve compiled a list of our top evidence-based resources on this topic.Full story -
26 August 2016
Falls prevention
A recent study explores the link between medications and the risk of falls in older adults. Falls can have significant consequences for the healthy aging process and it’s important to evaluate your risk factors. We’ve compiled the evidence related to this topic.Full story -
19 August 2016
There's no place like home...
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Home and community care services can help older adults live as independently as possible, and evidence shows many benefits to these services. We’ve compiled a list of popular resources that provide research-based health insights on the comforts of home.Full story -
12 August 2016
Exercise, optimal aging and the Olympic Games
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Inspired by the Olympic Games, we’ve compiled the best available research evidence confirming the many benefits of exercise for older adults.Full story -
5 August 2016
Who is caring for the caregivers?
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Caregiving is an important part of aging that many Canadians can relate to; and one of the most talked about seniors-related topics in the media. We’ve compiled the best available evidence related to caregiving.Full story -
29 July 2016
Medically Assisted Dying & End of Life Planning
The topic of medically assisted dying has been dominating the headlines since the prohibition on voluntary euthanasia was overturned in February 2015. Learn more about the evidence related to this topic.Full story
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